If you’re like me, it may feel like everything in the world is terrible right now. You turn on the news and every story is negative. You scroll on social media and it’s nothing but hopelessness, despair, and terror. For some reason, you can’t stop going down this vortex of negativity even though It makes you feel depressed like there’s no point in doing anything. You’re caught in a doomscroll. Unfortunately, this is a problem that happens to me often. Even if I put my phone down and start to feel better, it’s there waiting for me when I pick it back up again. So, how can you break this vicious ..read more

Anger and anxiety are emotions I know all too well. Unfortunately, I also know how hard it can be to manage both and live a calm fulfilling life. It’s not surprising to me that anger and anxiety are linked. Heck, my nickname in high school was “Angry Tony.” However, I didn’t have much progress until I learned how these two emotions are connected. In this blog post, I’ll share what I’ve learned about the link between anger and anxiety, as well as some strategies that have helped me manage both emotions. What is Anger? Anger is an emotion you have no doubt experienced at some point or another. D ..read more

Throughout your life, it’s normal to have the desire to improve yourself or change your circumstances. Seemingly, the most logical way to make a change is to set a goal. However, if that’s true, then why do so many of us fail to achieve our goals? This begs the question, are goals important? If few people can achieve them, should you even bother with goal setting at all? The truth is goals have limitations. They are outcome-focused and often don’t account for changing external circumstances. If you fail to reach them, it leads to disappointment and frustration leaving you feeling worse than be ..read more

Therapy can be a powerful tool for personal growth and healing. Whether you are struggling with mental health issues, relationship problems, or simply looking to improve your overall well-being, therapy can help. However, choosing the right therapist can be the difference between success and frustration. With so many different types of therapy and therapists available, it can be difficult to know where to start. This guide is designed to help you navigate the process to choose a therapist that’s right for you. 1. Choose The Right Type of Therapy The first step to choose a therapist is to dete ..read more

You know the feeling when you wake up in the morning and you don’t feel like doing anything? Despite your enormous workload, all the chores you need to do, and your desire to improve yourself you’re just not up to it. Well, I can relate. Whether it’s due to a poor night’s sleep, a bad mood, or illness, there have been many times when I lacked motivation. It’s not a big deal when this happens from time to time. I take a day or two off, recharge, and get back to work. But what happens if you lack the motivation to keep going when you have a big goal, like running a marathon, starting a business ..read more

My favorite Christmas song has long been “Please Come Home For Christmas,” by The Eagles, and “Blue Christmas” by Elvis Presley is a close second. As someone who suffered from depression for many years, it’s no surprise I’m drawn to songs about having the holiday blues. The holiday season is supposed to be a time of joy and celebration, but for many people, it can be sad and lonely. If you’re struggling with depression and loneliness during the holiday season, you’re not alone. In this post, I’ll discuss what the holiday blues is, what causes them, and I will offer you some practical tips to g ..read more

Having a bad day sucks. Maybe you spilled your coffee on your clothes in the morning, perhaps someone was rude to you at work, or you could have just woken up on the wrong side of the bed. Whatever the reason, bad days are, unfortunately, unavoidable. When they happen, it is very easy to let a cloud of negativity hang over you all day. It can feel like nothing can turn things around. I’m guilty of this too, I sometimes let bad days get the best of me. But I also know that there are plenty of ways to improve your mood when you are having a bad day. With some concentrated effort, these 50 simple ..read more

Are you experiencing holiday anxiety? It’s not uncommon. According to a survey from BetterHelp, nearly half of Americans worry about their mental health during the holidays. But why is this the case when it’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year? There are a variety of potential triggers for holiday anxiety. You may be stressed about an obligation to spend time with toxic family members. Perhaps you’re worried about finding the right gifts or having enough time to cross everything off your to-do list. Maybe you have social anxiety and the idea of attending parties in unfamiliar p ..read more

When you first start dating someone, it’s easy to get swept away in the romance of the moment. Everything feels perfect, and you can’t stop thinking about your new partner. But as time goes on, things can get a little more challenging. Following an initial period of euphoria after meeting someone special, it’s natural to experience some stress and anxiety as the relationship moves forward. That’s because numerous factors impact a relationship from day one but become even more pronounced once things get serious. Every relationship has problems, but how does anxiety affect relationships? It can ..read more

More and more people are asking the question, “Can anxiety be cured?” It’s a reasonable question, because if you suffer from anxiety and depression then what you really want to know is, “Is there hope for me?” You’re not alone in asking this question. Before my life improved, I used to wonder about this all of the time, and I even wrote about it in my post “Does Therapy Really Work?” Well, if you’re wondering, “Can anxiety be cured?” I have good news and bad news. The bad news is that anxiety can’t be cured. Anxiety is your body’s way of protecting you from danger. If you have ever felt butter ..read more